Real Living Australia - June 2016

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ABOUT NINA She’s an interior designer who shares the house with her husband, Vasco, and their two children Konstantin, 5, and Victoria, 3. Nina loves the house due to its “good vibes”, high ceilings and the fact it is flooded with light. Nina’s favourite memory at the house was her 30th birthday celebration when a huge tent was erected in the garden for dancing. “It was a silent disco so the neighbours could sleep,” she comments. Nina also loves her neighbourhood. “It’s still a little edgy, which is what we like about it.” Nina’s best advice regarding interior decorating is to “be yourself ”. Mangroveandco.com @mangroveandco Vivid fest “The room is so cosy,” homeowner Nina Litchfield says of the living space. “Everyone thought I was mad when I said I was going to paint it navy blue, but now it’s the talking point – it draws people in. It’s never dark; it’s quite bright and beautiful.” Nina poses by an artwork by Claerwen James. “The little girl reminded me of me. I like the touch of melancholy – I like the idea that children aren’t just happy bouncing around, but also feel deeply and are thoughtful.” A


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